Second Annual Big Apples Fest set for October 17 at Heritage Financial Park

The Hudson Valley fall celebration returns for another year

Big Apples Fest returns to Heritage Financial Park this fall.

By Joe Vasile/Hudson Valley Renegades

August 19, 2026

Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (Aug. 19, 2026) – The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, are proud to announce today the return of Big Apples Fest to Heritage Financial Park on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. After its successful debut in 2025,

Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (Aug. 19, 2026) – The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, are proud to announce today the return of Big Apples Fest to Heritage Financial Park on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. After its successful debut in 2025, the Second Annual Big Apples Fest will once again feature fun for the whole family.

Big Apples Fest is a free community event at Heritage Financial Park featuring live music, seasonal beers, games, inflatables, crafts, and of course, apples. Parking for the event is $15 on the day of the event, or $10 when purchased in advance (plus taxes and fees).

Advanced parking passes may be purchased here.

There is limited vendor space still available for Big Apples Fest. Interested vendors can contact Josh Watson-Lewis at [email protected].

WHAT: Second Annual Big Apples Fest

WHERE: Heritage Financial Park

WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

ADDRESS: 1500 NY-9D, Wappingers Falls, N.Y. 12590

PARKING INFORMATION: Parking for the event will cost $15 on the day of the event or $10 when purchased in advance (plus applicable taxes and fees). Advanced parking passes may be purchased here.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION: Dutchess County Public Transportation Bus Route B both Northbound from Beacon and Southbound from Poughkeepsie stops at Heritage Financial Park. See schedules and routes at https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Public-Transit/Routes-Schedules.htm.

ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES

The Hudson Valley Renegades have served as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees since 2021 and are three-time South Atlantic League North Division Champions. Since 1994, the Renegades have provided the Hudson Valley with affordable, family-friendly entertainment through the game of baseball at Heritage Financial Park, part of the award-winning Dutchess County Parks system. Learn more about hosting your event at the ballpark at www.heritagefinancialpark.com.

Tickets for the 2026 season may be purchased at www.hvrenegades.com or over the phone by calling (845) 838-0094. Keep up to date on Renegades news by following the team (@HVRenegades) on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

ABOUT DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS

Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) was formed in 2021 to support, promote and enhance Minor League Baseball Clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment (DiamondBaseballHoldings.com).